Autumn Meeting Chelmsford 21 September 2017

Will all those playing in the Society of Essex Lady Captains  Autumn Meeting at Chelmsford Golf Club on Thursday 21 September please register by no later than 11.40.  If you are held up on the day please send a text message to Carol Bell (mobile 07784 244172) or Dot Greaves (mobile 07941 840965), giving your estimated time of arrival.  Bacon rolls and coffee will be available from around 11.00.  First tee time is 12.30 pm.   A list of those playing can be downloaded below, can members please ensure that others at your club are aware of the details.  If you need to cancel your place please contact Jane Collier preferably via email janecollier03@btinternet.com or alternatively telephone Jane on 01621 893644, in either case please ensure you receive confirmation of your cancelation.  There will be no half way hut. The evening meal is salmon, white wine sauce, crushed new  potatoes and wilted spinach, followed by a trio of desserts (chocolate brownie, banoffee pie and cheese cake.  If you have any special dietary requirements you must contact the club direct (01245 254905), in advance of the meeting, to ensure you are properly catered for.  Buggies are available to hire at £30.  If you intend to book a buggy please contact Jane Collier contact details above and we will try to put you in a group with another lady who wants a buggy.

Please note the following dress code and rules at Chelmsford:

On The Course – Ladies

• Denim wear is not permitted on the course.
• Caps/visors must be worn peak to the front.
• Shirts with or without sleeves are acceptable but must have collars. Turtle neck design is permitted. Tailored shirts designed to be worn outside skirts, trousers or shorts are allowed. Tank tops, tube tops and halter neck tops are prohibited.
• Shorts/skirts/skorts/trousers and culottes should be appropriately tailored. Trousers should not be tucked into socks unless specifically designed for the purpose. Military/Cargo style trousers/shorts, those with drawstring waistbands or baggy patch pockets and tracksuit bottoms, are not permitted.
• When wearing shorts/skirts/skorts, socks may be any length – including no-show. White is preferred but may be coloured to match outfits. Football style socks are not permitted. Rolled down socks are also not permitted.
• Shoes.  Only regulation golf shoes may be worn.

In the Clubhouse

• Smart casual dress is required at all times.
• Denim wear is not permitted in the clubhouse.
• Hats/Caps/Visors are not permitted.
• Dirty or soiled clothing is not permitted anywhere in the clubhouse. The main lounge may not be used after play unless you change out of your golfing attire.
• Mobile Phones are not permitted to be used in the clubhouse.
• Smoking is not permitted in the clubhouse or on the balcony, you can smoke in designated areas.
• Shorts
• May be worn in any part of the clubhouse prior to playing golf. Thereafter only in the casual bar.
• Shoes
• No trainers or flip-flops. No bare or stockinged feet. Golf shoes must not be worn anywhere in the clubhouse except the changing rooms.

Autumn Meeting Chelmsford 21 September 2017 – Players

Carol Bell (Hon Sec and Webmaster)

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Ida Bunting 2017 Final – Results

The final of the Ida Bunting Memorial Trophy took place at Thorpe Hall on Monday 21st August; Amanda Mitchell h/cap 16 (Crondon Park) v Pennie Lipscomb h/cap 15 (The Warren).  Pennie got off to a perfect start playing par golf and was 4 up after 7 holes. Amanda made good use of her shot on the 8th. Holes 9 & 10 were halved, Amanda then went birdie, par, par to level the match on the 13th. However Pennie pared the 14th to regain her advantage and won the next 2 holes to close out the match 3 & 2. 

Our sincere thanks go to Jill James, Lady Captain Thorpe Hall, for her kind hospitality on the day including halfway drinks & the delicious cakes. Thank you to Thorpe Hall for hosting the final, the course was in good condition and the greens were excellent.  Thanks also to Lynne Kirkham for her services in refereeing the final.  

Jan Collier, Lady President of the Society, presented Amanda with her runner up prize and Pennie with her prize and the Ida Bunting Memorial Trophy.   

Ida Bunting 2017 Runner up Amanda Mitchell

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ida Bunting 2017 Winner Pennie Lipscomb

Pennie Lipscomb (Ida Bunting Organiser)

3rd Summer Meeting Stoke by Nayland August 2017 – Results

56 past and present Lady Captains from 24 clubs travelled to Stoke by Nayland in mid August for the Society of Lady Captains  3rd Summer Meeting.  After the customary bacon rolls the ladies teed off on the Gainsborough course for their 4BBB competition off full handicap with drawn partners.  The undulating terrain and lakes presented a real challenge for the ladies, but, as is often the case, many of the scores were high with 7 pairs scoring 40 points and above.

Thanks to Stoke by Nayland for allowing us to use their lovely venue and to Lady Captain Anne Hemmings who was a wonderful host and even had to play at the last minute due to odd numbers.   Thanks also to Lesley Garnet for all her help with the event and to her husband for helping with all the results. The meeting was a very friendly affair and the day finished with a lovely meal which included delicious fresh local fruit grown by the Peake family business.  The prizes were presented by JanCollier (Lady President of the Society) & Anne Hemmings (Lady Captain of Stoke by Nayland).  

In 5th place ocb with 42 points were Helen Williams (The Burstead) & Margaret Byford (Gosfield Lake), in 4th place with 42 points ocb were Pat Flynn (The Rayleigh Club) & Lesley Sherer (Benton Hall) and in 3rd place also on 42 points were Sue Bartrum (Romford) & Dot Greaves (Forrester Park).  2nd place with 43 points went to Catherine Grief (Crondon Park) & Janice Hamilton (The Warren).  In first place and with a fantastic score of 47 points winning the Friendship Salver were Tricia Ainsbury (The Burstead) and Viggi Thompson (Bunsay Downs). 

Our final meeting this year is at Chelmsford Golf Club.  If you are booked to attend this event please remember that latest registration is 11.40 as first tee is 12.30pm.  We are still working through our list of reserves as the last few ladies cancel their places.

5th Helen Williams (Burstead) & Margaret Byford (Gosfield)

4th Pat Flynn (Rayleigh) & Lesley Sherer (Benton Hall)

 

3rd Dot Greaves (Forrester Park & Sue Bartrum (Romford)

 

 

 

2nd Janice Hamilton (Warren) & Catherine Grief (CrondonPark)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Winners Viggi Thompdon (Bunsay Downs) & Tricia Anisbury (Burstead)

Carol Bell (Hon Sec & Webmaster)

Ida Bunting Semi Final – Results

The Ida Bunting Semi Finals took place Monday 7 August at Bentley Golf Club watched by members of the Committee.  The matches started at 1pm and the course was in excellent condition.

Match 1 – Pennie Lipscomb, handicap 14 (The Warren) v Caroline Fields, handicap 19, (Braintree)  Pennie started well winning the first 3 holes but Caroline then made good use of her shots winning the 4th & halving the 5^th and going on to win the 6^th & 7^th with pars. However after 4 straight pars Pennie was again 3 up & despite brief resistance from her opponent on the 12^th went on to win on the 17^th 3 & 1.

Match 2 – Amanda Mitchell, handicap 16 (Crondon Park) v Catherine Wilkins, handicap 22 (Stock Brook Manor)  This match was very close with the lead swooping sides repeatedly but Catherine was leading 1up at the turn. Amanda came back strongly paring several holes from the 10^th to be 2up playing the 17^th where she won the match 2&1.

Our thanks to the caddies, referees, Bentley Golf Club for hosting the semi finals and Margaret Miller, a past Lady Captain from Bentley, for welcoming us all to the club in the morning .

The final between Amanda Mitchell (Crondon Park) and Pennie Lipscomb (The Warren) is at Thorpe Hall Golf Club on Monday 21^st August 2017 tee off 12pm. Supporters are very welcome to attend.

The losing semi finalists were presented with gifts by Pennie Lipscomb (Ida Bunting Organiser & Referee) and Jan Collier (Lady President).  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pennie Lipscomb (Ida Bunting Organiser & Referee)

3rd Summer Meeting Stoke by Nayland 15 August 2017

Will all those playing in the Society of Lady Captains  3rd Summer Meeting at Stoke by Nayland Golf & Spa on Tuesday 15 August please register by no later than 11.10.  If you are held up on the day please send a text message to Carol Bell (mobile 07784 244172) or Dot Greaves (mobile 07941 840965), giving your estimated time of arrival.  Bacon rolls and coffee will be available from around 10.30. First tee time is 12 noon.   A list of those playing can be downloaded below, can members please ensure that others at your club are aware of the details.  If you need to cancel your place please contact Jane Collier preferably via email janecollier03@btinternet.com or alternatively telephone Jane on 01621 893644, in either case please ensure you receive confirmation of your cancelation.  There will be no half way hut. The evening meal is chicken wrapped in pancetta, tarragon sauce, potatoes and seasonal vegetables, the dessert is fruit with cream/ice cream.  If you have any special dietary requirements you must contact the club direct (01787 262836), in advance of the meeting, to ensure you are properly catered for.  We are playing on the Gainsborough course which is quite hilly and some of the walks from green to tee are long.  Buggies are available to hire at a special price of £15 if booked in advance from the Pro shop (01787 262836) book early to avoid disappointment as Stoke by Nayland have 2 courses.  If you intend to book a buggy please also contact Jan Collier (01621 842295) and we will try to put you in a group with another lady who wants a buggy.

Please allow a little extra time if coming via Colchester on the A134 as there have been a lot of changes to the road layout.

3rd Summer Meeting Stoke by Nayland 15 August 2017 – Players

Carol Bell (Hon Sec and Webmaster)

Places available – Summer Meeting at Stoke by Nayland Hotel Golf & Spa

Our 3rd Summer Meeting this year is at Stoke by Nayland on Tuesday 15 August.  Stoke by Nayland is a stunning venue with 2 championship courses.  Next month it hosts the Ladies European Tour Access Series WPGA International Challenge.   We still have places for a few more ladies so if you or any other past or present Essex Lady Captains are available and can support the Society please contact Jane Collier preferably via email janecollier03@btinternet.com or alternatively by telephone 01621 893644.

Final details for the event will be posted here shortly.

Carol Bell (Hon Sec & Webmaster)

Ida Bunting Semi Finals

The Ida Bunting Memorial Trophy 2017 competition has now reached the semi final stage.  Well done to all the ladies that have played in the competition this year and congratulations to our 4 semi finalists.

The semi finals will be held at Bentley Golf Club on Monday 7 August. The draw, made by Jan Collier (President of the Society), is:

1pm Caroline Fields  (Braintree) v Pennie Lipscomb (The Warren)

1.10pm Catherine Wilkins (Stock Brook Manor) v Amanda Mitchell (Crondon Park)

Supporters are very welcome to attend.

Carol Bell (Hon Secretary & Webmaster)